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Enjoy Fourth of July in Orlando for 2009!

Spectacular fireworks displays, colorful parades, patriotic music, lively festivities and nonstop fun for the entire family make Orlando the place to be during the 2009 Fourth of July weekend. So gather the family together and celebrate America’s independence at the “Theme Park Capital of the World!”

2009 Walt Disney World Fourth of July Celebrations
A variety of special Fourth of July events have been scheduled for all four of Disney’s world-class theme parks – Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park – such as patriotic parades, live music and spectacular fireworks displays. At Disney’s Magic Kingdom Park, “Disney’s Celebrate America! – A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky” show will begin promptly at 9 PM. Disney’s Hollywood Studios will present a 9 PM performance of “Fantasmic!” And Epcot will feature a holiday-inspired “Illuminations: Reflections of Earth” at 10 PM. All of the Fourth of July celebrations at Disney World are included in the regular admission price.

2009 Fourth of July at Universal Orlando
Spend the Fourth of July weekend enjoying the thrilling rides and attractions at Universal Orlando’s two extraordinary theme parks – Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. Then check out an amazing Fourth of July extravaganza that involves live music, games and the simultaneous launch of a glorious display of fireworks. Universal Studios park hours will be extended to 10 PM on the Fourth of July.

2009 SeaWorld Orlando Fourth of July Events
In addition to it exhilarating live animal shows such as “Blue Horizons” and “Believe,” SeaWorld Orlando will feature patriotic daytime shows, special performances of Mistify and an impressive fireworks display. SeaWorld Orlando park hours will be extended to 11 PM on Fourth of July.

2009 Downtown Orlando Fourth of July Festivities
Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon around beautiful Lake Eola in downtown Orlando at Fireworks at the Fountain, which features games, activities, live entertainment and delicious food, followed by a fabulous 30-minute fireworks display at night. More than 100,000 people are expected to attend Fireworks at the Fountain and admission is free. If you’re seeking some serious Fourth of July partying, head to downtown Orlando’s Wall Street Plaza for the Fourth of July Block Party, which includes an outdoor stage for quality live entertainment. It’s a great place to go before and after viewing area fireworks displays. Admission to the Fourth of July Block Party is free.

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Note: Event schedules are subject to change without notice.